Sitting beside him, Debra put on her lipstick and checked herself in the mirror with a faint smile.

My folks were just teasing. No biggie, Axell! I know youre taken.

T wont meddle.

After a beat, she grew serious. Too bad, though. Dads been mulling a promotion for you, but worries about your personal life getting in the way. Dont fret, Il talk to him.

Axell was taken aback.

He wasnt naive, and he grasped Debras insinuation instantly. If he ditched Jessie, he could land the head surgeon gig and maybe even become the hospital director someday.

a tempting

for a moment, torn between

bring himself to let go of Jessie. So, he opted for

off, Axel dialed Jessies number as soon as

finished her shower when Axells call came

stepped outside with her phone, asking softly, Hows work? Are you feeling tired? Thinking about the awkwardness at Debras party, Axell felt a pang of

part, replying vaguely, ALL good on my end.

Jessies voice, Axel softened. lll make more time for

Sorry about today.

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